Atlanta Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, September 21, 1931
Add to My HeroesJohn William Barfield
Lieutenant John Barfield was shot and killed by a patrolman whom he was preparing to discipline for drinking.
Lieutenant Barfield had picked up the patrolman, who was making his rounds, and was driving the patrolman to the station when the began to struggle inside the car. The patrolman then shot Lieutenant Barfield in the head, killing him, near the intersection of Peachtree Street and Fifth Street.
The patrolman, 61, was arrested and charged with murdering Lieutenant Barfield. On December 3rd, 1931, he was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. On December 20, 1935, his sentence was commuted to present service.
Lieutenant Barfield became an officer with the Atlanta Police Department in 1899. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 1913.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 32 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsLt. Barfield,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Atlanta.
R.I.P.
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